$json.BodyEdited = `Older cryptocurrencies with existing or anticipated exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are expected to attract the majority of institutional investment during the upcoming altcoin season. Maen Ftouni, CEO of CoinQuant, explains that liquidity will focus on these established “dinosaur” coins rather than the broader field of altcoins. Speaking at the Global Blockchain Congress 2025 in Dubai, Ftouni highlighted how traditional finance inflows and ETF interest are driving the 2024 rally in major cryptocurrencies such as XRP and Cardano. He noted, “Since the flow of funds is coming mostly from traditional finance and ETFs at the moment, those investors are gravitating towards these major, well-established coins with ETF potential, which explains the rise of these dinosaur cryptos.”
This perspective comes amid ongoing debate over crypto market dynamics and the nature of the next altcoin season. Notably, with over 26 million tokens now listed — more than double the count at the start of 2025 — industry experts warn that soaring token supply relative to demand may alter how altcoin rallies unfold. Economist and trader Alex Kruger advises traders to temper expectations, suggesting that instead of a prolonged altseason, the market may see brief, selective price surges affecting only certain assets over a few weeks.
For more details, read the full analysis at [Cointelegraph](https://cointelegraph.com/news/dino-crypto-soak-institutional-capital-bound-altcoins).`;
$json.CompelingTitle = `‘Dino’ Cryptos Poised to Capture Institutional Investment Wave in Next Altcoin Season`;